{"id":12364,"date":"2022-02-23T10:38:47","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T17:38:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.powder7.com\/ski-blog\/?p=12364"},"modified":"2022-02-23T10:38:47","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T17:38:47","slug":"powder7-favorite-ski-resorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.powder7.com\/ski-blog\/powder7-favorite-ski-resorts\/","title":{"rendered":"Where We’re Ski-cationing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Don’t let midseason snow slumps get you down. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every year, when the calendar flips to February and March, Powder7 staffers go into attack mode. It’s ski-cation season! Late winter and early spring typically serve up great conditions to visit all the best ski resorts in the country (and sometimes beyond). Lots of us get a bit tired of skiing the local resorts\u2014and we all get fed up with I-70 traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, time to shake things up. Here’s a sampler of where staffers are heading this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As we say, go skiing with your friends. PHOTO: Matt McDonald<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jackson Hole<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nestled up in Western Wyoming, Jackson Hole<\/a> is a legendary mountain known for the steeps and being surrounded by the epic Tetons. You may have heard of this little couloir called Corbet’s<\/a>…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Appeal: <\/strong>Huge vert and epic terrain in a legendary place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Itinerary:<\/strong> If you haven’t Corbets-ed, you’ve got to at least look down it. Next up, hike backcountry lines beyond the resort boundary or session steeps off the Sublette Chair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or, if the snow stinks…<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sean<\/strong>: “You know, our trip was really great. Terrible conditions, but excellent company. When we weren’t skiing, we went to a local hockey game for the Jackson Hole Moose. It was no-holds-barred action. Drinks were really cheap too. Would definitely recommend.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jackson Hole provides epic terrain, great views, and good times<\/em>. PHOTO: Andrew Nielsen<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Crested Butte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Crested Butte holds on year after year as favorite destination for those on the Epic Pass, but still remains off the beaten path enough to stay chill. Known for their plethora of steep, extreme terrain easily accessed by lifts, Crested Butte is home for Powder7 artist Sarah Beabout, so clearly, it’s got some good stuff going for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Appeal:<\/strong> It may not be immune to the struggles all mountain towns face these days, but Crested Butte has managed to retain its quintessential vibes. The mountain’s a beast, and the town makes you feel like you really went somewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Itinerary:<\/strong> See how long your quads can hold out burning laps down Teocalli Bowl. Then make the pain go away with Colorado rum from Montanya Distillers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phil<\/strong>: “I’m going to Crested Butte for three days to ski my face off. Skiing sunrise to sunset. But actually, I’m planning on uphilling before skiing each day. Then, skiing the steeps during the day, and then hot tub soaking afterwards.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wolf Creek<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Any rundown of the best ski resorts\u2014or at least our staff favorites\u2014would be remiss without mentioning Wolf Creek. One of the last true independent ski hills<\/a> around, we love Wolf Creek for the quiet vibe and beautiful, super playful terrain. Oh and the snow! Did we mention it gets the most snow in Colorado year after year?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Appeal:<\/strong> Small-hill vibes and lots of snow. Need we say more?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Itinerary:<\/strong> Hike the Knife Ridge and Alberta Peak to maximize your views and your terrain. Don’t miss the fish ‘n chips special at Pagosa Brewing & Grill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matt<\/strong>: “It’s funny. I end up with season pass access to almost every ski area in Colorado and yet each year I wind up skiing half a dozen days at Wolf Creek…one of the only places I don’t have a pass. That’s how fun the place is. It’s as good for pow chasing as it is for our company trip.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n